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Beginner's Guide to Collecting Comic Books
For budding comic book collectors out there, you will be very surprised at how wonderful the world of comic book collecting is. Of course, comic book collectors have their own personal reasons at why they want to collect such. But you have to know why you are collecting them in the first place. Be aware that the popularity of a comic book can be short-lived. However, whether you are for the art or... [Read More]
What is Manga?
Manga is the local word for comics or komikku, as it is pronounced, in Japan. It began way back after World War II. Though manga is a comic, it is popular among people of all ages and they read them. A variety of subjects ranging from romance, history, drama, comedy, science fiction, fantasy, action and adventure, sexuality, mystery, horror, games and sports, and a lot more. It has pLayed a critic... [Read More]
X-Men Messiah Complex
The X-Men Messiah Complex is one of the many different Marvel comics titles that are ongoing right now. The comic book crossover series regarding the X-Men started last October 2007 and will conclude January 2008. It is the climax of events that began with House of M which essentially led to the decimation of mutants in the Marvel Universe. The storyline for the Messiah Complex is one that was set... [Read More]
Grant Morrison Profile
Grant Morrison is one of the writers of the fabled Batman book "Arkham Asylum". He is considered as a very inventive and original writer in the comic book industry. His stint with Batman has earned him 500,000 sold copies worldwide. It has also won numerous awards, which makes it one of the most successful original graphic novel to be published in America. This book has actually been rec... [Read More]
Dave Stevens Profile
Dave Stevens is an American comic book artist and illustrator. He is the creator of the movice character The Rocketeer. He has been famous for creating his pin-up style drawings of beautiful women. One of his major accolades is winning the Russ Manning Award in 1982.Some of his professional work include the following credentials.1975: Illustrated in the Tarzan comic strip1976: Fear & Laughter ... [Read More]
Michael Turner Profile
Michael Turner was born on April 21, 1971. His current occupation is a comic book artist as well as a creator. Some of the comic book characters that he was able to create were Fathom, Soulfire, Ekos. One of his most popular creations was that of Witchblade which was the work that was attributed to him. One of his fortes was that of his great skill in illustrating highly detailed art in comic book... [Read More]
We3 by Grant Morrison
If you think you've explored enough plots in the world of animal fiction, then you better strap on your seatbelts because with Grant Morrison's We3, you will meet three of the most intriguing and lovable animals that you've ever laid your eyes upon.We3 is a product of world-renowned comic book writer, Grant Morrison. He has teamed up with comic book artist Frank Quietly whose illustrating style ha... [Read More]
WildStorm Productions Profile
Wildstorm Productions or just "Wildstorm" for short, is a publishing imprint of the world-famous comic book publisher DC Comics. The publishing company originated way back in 1992 from comics creator Jim Lee's personal publishing company Aegis Entertainment. He partnered with Image Comics and was able to come up with Wildstorm as his very own label. After the sale of the company to DC ba... [Read More]
IDW Publishing Profile
IDW Publishing started in 1999 as the parent company Idea & Design Works, LLC. It was started by co-presidents Ted Adams and Robbie Robbins. The other pioneers who started the company are Kris Oprisko and Alex Garner. Their editor-in-chief is Chris Ryall who is also the publishing company's publisher. The current company, IDW was formed in 2001. In 2002, 30 Days of Night was an instant hit and... [Read More]
Fantagraphics Books Profile
Fantagraphics books has been around since the ‘80s. The publisher is said to publish the best comics in the world according to "Wired". Fantagraphics Books has been the forerunner of comics as a legitimate form of art as well as literature ever since it began its publishing industry. It began with the comic book company publishing their critical trade magazine, The Comics Journal. ... [Read More]